Brined Live Prawns from United States
Live prawns kept in brine to maintain moisture and oxygen during transport, ensuring survival. These live crustaceans in brine are classified under tariff item 0306.95.00 as shrimps and prawns, live, whether in shell or not.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the prawns are alive upon arrival and the brine is only for transport, not preservation, to maintain classification as live
• Obtain necessary permits for live aquatic animals from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
• Coordinate with CBSA for expedited clearance to minimize mortality